Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

El Alsson is seeking a passionate, experienced, and dedicated School Counselor to join our British School by September 2026. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a collaborative, student-centered Counseling and Wellbeing team committed to supporting the overall growth and wellbeing of our students.

El Alsson is committed to the development and professional growth of its staff, as part of a positive, collaborative and supportive working environment.

We are looking for a professional who will join our team, adding value through positive interactions, working collaboratively with students, staff and families, and bringing a positive solutions-focused approach, in order to facilitate excellent progress.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience of modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history genres and performance techniques.
• Experience of working with highly aspirational and able students is essential
• Excellent interpersonal skills with both adults and children.
• Willingness and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize and organize your own work.
• Ability to work effectively to a high standard, on occasion, under pressure, meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety & Safeguarding/Child Protection procedures and their application.
• Knowledge of computers and ability to use ICT tools for record-keeping and as an instructional tool.
• Ability to act as a secondary form tutor and offer enrichment and extracurricular activities.

Desired Candidate Profile

Master’s degree in School Counseling, Child Psychology, or a closely related field.

Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a school counseling or educational setting with elementary-aged children.

Strong understanding of child development, counseling theories, and evidence-based practices.